Lunch-ladies in Love: a back-to-school ode

In deference to John Berryman's 'Washington in Love'


I
A quiet cheeseburger, and the rattled vinegar fries

II
The music of our condiment is: vulgar?

III
Dear Ms. Lunch-lady, have you my change?

IV
Spaghetti, no sauce. I'll pass on the soup.

V
Hairnets. Saran-wrap gloves. Morning, hon.

VI
Elevation of the fountain drinks from the bus tray line 2.5'.

VII
Bring the hungry, Martha! Bring the hungry freshmen.